Justin Denson excels for Purdue after transferring from Michigan State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 1:29 AM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
Justin Denson, a former Michigan State defensive back, is making a significant impact at Purdue in the 2026 season. In recent games against Notre Dame and Illinois, he achieved a PFF tackling grade of 84.4 and 80.2 respectively, with no missed tackles. Denson has recorded 28 tackles and 1.5 tackles for loss this season. His strong performance highlights the increasing player movement within college sports, particularly within the Big Ten, as athletes transfer for new opportunities.
- •Justin Denson transferred from Michigan State to Purdue in the offseason.
- •He has 28 tackles and 1.5 tackles for loss this season.
- •Denson achieved PFF grades of 84.4 against Notre Dame and 80.2 against Illinois.
- •He has not missed any tackles in the last two games.
- •His performance exemplifies the growing trend of player transfers in college athletics.
- 1:29 AMYahoo Sports — Former Spartan excelling with Big Ten foe in 2026
"A former Spartan defensive back is excelling for a Big Ten foe in 2026.
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